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2025-01-17

Paramedics Empowering Maatru & Jaanch Committees in Sikharchandi Slum

2025-01-17

Champion of inclusivity: Jharana Musuka’s inspiring journey of community empowerment

2025-01-17

Kailash Sirika: Bridging Kolnara with Govt. Schemes through Panchayat Support Centre

2025-01-17

Surakshya Project: Empowering Communities and Revitalizing Governance in Rural Odisha

2025-01-17

From Struggles to Strength: Hemalata and Rasmita's Empowering Journey with SHG

2025-01-17

Odisha Vikash Conclave-2024: Viksit Odisha @2036: Leveraging Demographic Intelligence for Development

2024-11-18

Fostering Growth: UANAT Project’s Partnership with Horticulture Departments

In the idyllic landscapes of Rayagada and Kalahandi districts in Odisha, a ray of hope shines bright for farmers seeking to elevate their agricultural practices and livelihoods. The Utkal Action for Agricultural Transformations (UANAT) Project, in collaboration with CYSD, emerges as this beacon of hope, supported by a significant infusion of 131.27 lakhs from the Horticulture Departments. Together, they embark on a transformative journey aimed at promoting cluster development and empowering farmers through a range of horticultural initiatives.

2024-11-18

Empowering Women: From NTFP Collectors to Millet Entrepreneurs

In the vibrant heart of Thakurmunda, nestled within the lush landscapes of the Mayurbhanj district, a community of resilient Santal tribal women is rewriting the narrative of their livelihoods. Traditionally known for their craftsmanship in crafting disposable plates from shal leaves and gathering firewood from dense forests, these women have embarked on a new journey of entrepreneurship.

2024-11-18

Luku Darua: Championing Forest Conservation Amidst Conflict

In the remote village of Tallur, nestled within Odisha’s Koraput district, Luku Darua has emerged as a beacon of hope amid daunting challenges. Surrounded by Maoist-infested territories and threatened by the forest mafia, Luku and his fellow villagers embarked on a mission to protect their ancestral forests. Armed only with water bottles and sticks, they formed the Forest Protection Group, determined to safeguard their precious natural resources.

2024-11-18

Lachama’s Trail: Empowering Communities Through Grassroots Activism:

Tucked away in the picturesque village of Tendulipadar, amidst the rolling hills of Odisha’s Koraput district, Lachama Karlia emerges as a guiding light for her community. Despite the village’s serene exterior, it grapples with bureaucratic hurdles and a lack of basic amenities. But within this backdrop, Lachama, at just 26 years old, embodies resilience and determination, serving as a catalyst for change.

2024-11-18

Monalisa Sahoo: A Local Health Champion Empowering her Community

Monalisa Sahoo, a 19-year-old resident of Dhirkuti slum in Bhubaneswar, had aspirations of pursuing higher education after passing her matriculation exams in 2021. However, her plans were put on hold due to her father’s declining health, as he was the family’s sole provider. Despite this setback, an opportunity arose for Monalisa to contribute to her community. She eagerly enrolled in a three-month training program for General Duty Assistance (GDA), overcoming initial struggles with English instructions through determination and even acquiring basic computer skills during the training.

2024-11-18

Odisha’s Population Growth Rate Consistently Declines

Odisha’s present fertility rate is just 1.8 and it is expected to further reduce to 1.2 in 2036. This apart in three districts – Rayagada, Nabarangpur and Kandhamal — the demographic transition will be higher that is expected to exceed two, indicating a significant regional inequality in demographic transition by 2036, said noted educationist, Professor Amitabh Kundu at the Odisha Vikash Conclave 2023 organised on 7th December by CYSD in partnership with UNFPA.

2024-11-18

Nurturing Future Change Makers: Young Community Leadership Camp

CYSD is dedicated to fostering equitable and inclusive decision-making at the grassroots level by grooming young community leaders as change-makers. These leaders are trained to harness the strength of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to address critical challenges faced by backward communities. Through constant mentoring and support, they become catalysts for positive change within their communities.

2024-11-18

Odisha @2036: Leveraging Pathways to A Green Economy Transition” Foundation Day Lecture @CYSD:

The 42nd Foundation Day Lecture was delivered by *Shri Satya S Tripathi, the Secretary General of Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet (GASP). Reflecting on his own journey, Shri Tripathi emphasised the importance of being driven by values rather than wealth or privilege. He expressed gratitude for the opportunities to represent his culture and community on the global stage, challenging the notion of labels while recognising the significance of his achievements as an Odia.

2024-11-18

Dialogue on Building Resilient Gram Panchayat:

The Odisha Vikash Conclave 2023, themed “Demography and Development,” commenced with a Dialogue on “Building Resilient Gram Panchayat,” on 6th December. The experts joining the deliberation called for strengthening the gram panchayats frameworks in Odisha for holistic development of the State. Participating at the OVC- 2023, the experts drawn from international bodies, the Union government and State government, pointed out that the gram panchayats play a pivotal role in advancing the human development agenda of the Union and State governments at the village level.

Paramedics Empowering Maatru & Jaanch Committees in Sikharchandi Slum

Champion of inclusivity: Jharana Musuka’s inspiring journey of community empowerment

Kailash Sirika: Bridging Kolnara with Govt. Schemes through Panchayat Support Centre

Surakshya Project: Empowering Communities and Revitalizing Governance in Rural Odisha

From Struggles to Strength: Hemalata and Rasmita's Empowering Journey with SHG

Odisha Vikash Conclave-2024: Viksit Odisha @2036: Leveraging Demographic Intelligence for Development

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Paramedics Empowering Maatru & Jaanch Committees in Sikharchandi Slum

Champion of inclusivity: Jharana Musuka’s inspiring journey of community empowerment

Kailash Sirika: Bridging Kolnara with Govt. Schemes through Panchayat Support Centre

Surakshya Project: Empowering Communities and Revitalizing Governance in Rural Odisha

From Struggles to Strength: Hemalata and Rasmita's Empowering Journey with SHG

Odisha Vikash Conclave-2024: Viksit Odisha @2036: Leveraging Demographic Intelligence for Development

Fostering Growth: UANAT Project’s Partnership with Horticulture Departments

Empowering Women: From NTFP Collectors to Millet Entrepreneurs

Luku Darua: Championing Forest Conservation Amidst Conflict

Lachama’s Trail: Empowering Communities Through Grassroots Activism:

Monalisa Sahoo: A Local Health Champion Empowering her Community

Odisha’s Population Growth Rate Consistently Declines

Nurturing Future Change Makers: Young Community Leadership Camp

Odisha @2036: Leveraging Pathways to A Green Economy Transition” Foundation Day Lecture @CYSD:

Dialogue on Building Resilient Gram Panchayat:

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Champion of inclusivity: Jharana Musuka’s inspiring journey of community empowerment

Kailash Sirika: Bridging Kolnara with Govt. Schemes through Panchayat Support Centre

Surakshya Project: Empowering Communities and Revitalizing Governance in Rural Odisha

From Struggles to Strength: Hemalata and Rasmita's Empowering Journey with SHG

Odisha Vikash Conclave-2024: Viksit Odisha @2036: Leveraging Demographic Intelligence for Development

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